I have been a patron of Metropolis for as long as I can remember, starting with the influence of my…read moregrandpa and grandma taking me to the children's shows. The quaint theater doesn't really have a "bad" seat in the house! They have programming that spans improv, musicals, classic plays, children's theatre, educational concerts, a capella, etc. They also have a performing arts school in which my daughter has taken classes and summer camps at. One star off because I wish they would do more accessible tickets e.g. rush tickets or lotteries. One of shows of the children from the school of the performing arts was, like, $20/person. Also, the Play that Goes Wrong was $50. I can see a Broadway in Chicago show for that price if you go about it utilizing the proper channels. I do not utilize the bar during shows, but they sell snacks, which are not allowed in the theater, and drinks, which are allowed in the theater.

Very disappointed we paid for seats and then was told first come first serve. So nit happy we…read morewaited in lobby thinking we had a say section 3 seat 7-8. So our seats we 3-4 , 5-6, 7-8. For three couples. Instead seat were saved and not together. Every one in this row thought the same. It was awful and birthday party like ours and they had to divide up as some couple sat between them. I see plays on the regular and not sure I would come back here. They cast only performed to the middle section. So it was not worth what we paid. I plan to take my friends to another venue next time.

Anyone hungry for culture in the suburbs should sample the smorgasbord of theatrical fare served up…read moreby the TesserAct Theatre Ensemble. Their latest offering "Women Who Inspire Us" was launched in partnership with the Barrington Cultural Arts Center's "Third Fridays in the Gallery," a monthly event at a nominal fee of only $5. (For the price of a fancy coffee you can make live theater your new cup of tea!) "Women Who Inspire Us" featured fact-filled monologues bringing to life the likenesses of Lucille Ball, Barbra Streisand, Katharine Hepburn, Susan B. Anthony and sci-fi author Ursula K. LeGuin; a former newspaper columnist portrayed Erma Bombeck and a soulful singer serenaded as Joan Baez. Other highlights included a rousing Rosie the Riveter and a giddy Gracie Allen perplexing her partner George Burns. Refreshments and repartee added to the ambience. TesserAct deserves five stars for cultivating a variety of creative opportunities, like this, for people in the community to become involved in live theater, either as a participant or a patron. There's something for everyone!

From the owner: Let TesserAct Theatre Ensemble provide the entertainment…read more for all your special events, fund-raisers or parties. Murder Mysteries Radio Plays Comedy Skits Musical Presentations Staged Play Readings Original Works Family Friendly Theatre Theatre Classes Opportunities : Whether you want to work backstage, or be on stage, We are constantly working to provide new opportunities for theatrical expression.

I came here for a magic show with a group of friends on a Friday. Overall, good facility! There's a…read moresmall parking lot for patrons nearby, which was nice. Bartenders were friendly. Bathrooms were clean. It was cold, but that's typical of buildings in the summer. I'd come back!

What's life without a little magic! We came by to see a show on a Sunday afternoon and we're able…read moreto enjoy the Physician's show. When you walk in there is a bar and some tables but through the double doors, you'll find a 2nd bar with a speakeasy feel. When we checked in, we were assigned our tables. We ordered drinks before hand and the drinks were brought to our tables. We also ordered the pimento cheese and crackers. We snacked on the crackers most of the show as there was quite a bit of pimento in the bowl. The show was great and was broken into 2 parts. There were a lot of great metaphors along with it being a very interactive show with the crowd. Many of the tricks and magic left us in complete awe. We can't wait to come back and see future shows!

This amazing troupe has been in existence for over sixty years, over thirty in their present…read morelocation in Rolling Meadows. A labor of love that is felt in every seat of the comfortable, cozy theater. The performances are a short combination of classical opera arias and a collection of popular musical selections. The backstage tour after the performance is the icing on the cake. Thank you Justin and crew for a fabulous experience. One I hope to repeat soon and often.

Hands down a MUST-see experience! I reached out to Opera in Focus months ago to plan a group outing…read morefor my wedding party. Justin, who was our main contact with Opera in Focus, helped me plan a completely custom experience. They let us schedule a private performance just for my group, on a date and time that they aren't normally open to the public. Having a performance only for my group made it extra special to me. We saw Phantom of the Opera and we loved every moment! The puppets, the music, the lighting and set design, were all works of art. Justin and the whole troupe were so talented and kind. This was the first activity my group did on our wedding day (Oct 18, 2025) and it will be something we will never forget. If we didn't live 5 hours away, I'd make this a monthly activity! They switch up their performances year-round. Don't hesitate, get your tickets to Opera in Focus and keep their magic alive for generations to come!

It's been years since I've attended a circus and we were so impressed to see such amazing talent in…read morethese performers. We laughed so hard with the comedian and then sat in awe to see some of the impossible yet possible acts. Best of all there's no animal cruelty! This event was taken place in Huntington but is now in Citifield until Dec 15. Totally worth the visit. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

We had the chance to visit the circus!!! Our son loved the show, it wasn't super long. Animal free,…read moreplenty of acrobatics and stunts. Great fun for all. A bit pricey for concessions and extras, but such a neat little show!!!

I've been here a few times over the years. They have a lot of big names that come through. The…read moreparking sucks because it's part of the mall and there are restaurants nearby. I think if they were a stand alone building, the parking would not be as awful. After you park, they have two lines going into the building. One is general admission and the other is VIP. General admission was on the left and VIP was on the right. They are not labeled. VIP just means that you sit closer to the stage. Seats are like first come first serve. Btw when it is busier, they have people sitting in front of you at each table. They fill each table to the max. In general, I would recommend lining up at least 30-40 mins before the show begins, for better seating. After you sit down, you have to order two items per person. We just ordered two drinks each. It's kind of an asinine rule but I guess that's how they make their money. We ordered food in the past. Ever since then, we just grab food nearby before coming. Food was okay here. The drinks are not bad, the glasses are a good size so you can sip on it throughout the show. Service was good, although it could be better. It took awhile to receive our drinks. Depending on the comedian, you can get a free picture or you have to pay for one. Overall, it's like a 3.5 experience but 5 stars for the comedian. Meh, I'll give it 4 stars.

First Time In This Place watching a comedy show. We watched Jr De Guzman and he was so funny I…read moredidn't expect that very thankful that my friend invited me to go to the show we were in the second row table and the ticket was $53 which is super worth it. Parking was in an issue the place is small their stairs but there's also an elevator which I like the fact that it is small because it's more intimate that way and the comedian can actually interact with the audience. We didn't really try the food but there is a two drink minimum or an order of food so we just did two drinks it's a bit pricey so just need to expect that. The service was great the our server was always there checking up on us and asking what we needed so that's also a good thing. Will definitely come back and see more shows here. Happy watching!

Amazing place for Palatine residents if you want to be fit. You don't have to pay hefty membership…read morefee for being a member of Fitness Club at the Palatine Park District. The fitness center fee is $16 /month only and if you are looking for a track to walk indoors especially in clid weather - they have one and its FREE for palatine residents. They also offer personal training classes. It is not too fancy place but it has all the state of the art equipment.

Needed ballet shoes, tights and leotard for daughter. Friendly employee was there when they opened…read moreand quickly helped get the right shoes and clothing. There was a lot to choose from and my daughter tried on several leotards before selecting two. As a very infrequent dance clothes shopper (and dad) I don't have a lot of experience so maybe very reasonable, but more expensive than I had expected. Overall, glad to support a small shop vs. Amazon!!

As a Dance instructor and Superhero performer, I have been shopping here for years! Never an issue!…read moreGood selection and very friendly service!